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The Michael J. Fox Foundation "Fast Tracks" $4 Million into Broad Range of Parkinson's Research Projects
February 12, 2003
… The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (MJFF) has awarded approximately $4 million dollars … but also because they are positioned to quickly translate into clinical studies based on success of their final … Netherlands Project Title: “ The Role of the DJ-1 Gene in Early Onset Recessive Parkinson’s Disease ” Dieter Jaeger, …
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Research Roundup: Studies Recruiting Aimed at Treating Symptoms in Early Parkinson’s
September 25, 2023
… you have Parkinson’s disease (PD) or not, participating in research is one way to contribute to efforts to develop innovative treatments. In this research roundup blog, we share MJFF-funded and partnering … study that’s changing everything . Smell loss can be an early sign of Parkinson’s risk. PPMI is also offering free …
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My Research Journey: How an RBD Diagnosis, Not Parkinson’s, Led to Joining a Landmark Study
May 19, 2023
… stunned him. Although RBD is considered a possible early indicator of Parkinson’s, it doesn’t necessarily mean … matter their race, age or background. His participation in research as a Black man is one way to help scientists … started today. Photo Gallery / Tara Pizzoferrato Officer, Research Communications …
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MJFF Course Teaches Early-Career Doctors about Parkinson’s Care and Research
… Section (PAS) Movement Disorders School teaches early-career physicians the latest in PD care and research. It does so through lectures (filled with videos … They also get an appreciation for the promise of ongoing research to transform PD care and an understanding of the …
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Sharing Your Diagnosis
… A Parkinson's diagnosis creates a ripple effect. Your diagnosis affects … of complex emotional and physical change as they develop into young adults, and their relationship with a parent can … don't know. Or, if you don't have the answer to a question, research it together online. You can reassure your teenager …
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Former Pennsylvania Governor Discloses His PD Diagnosis: 'My Battle with Parkinson's Shows Why Federal Funding for Research Matters'
July 9, 2018
… in The Hill , Rendell says he decided to go public with his diagnosis to motivate people with early symptoms of PD to see a movement disorder specialist , … the president: "Please fund National Institutes of Health research. It can be a matter of life and death for millions …